If you’re backpacking through Nicaragua, the Mirador del Cristo de la Misericordia is a must-see. This iconic statue of Christ towers above the town, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Pacific coast and surrounding hills. The Statue : History and Size Standing at 26 meters (85 feet), the Cristo de la Misericordia was inaugurated in 2009 and has quickly become a symbol of San Juan del Sur. Its...